Laura DeSimone passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2014 at the age of 94. Beloved Wife of the late Rocco DeSimone. Loving Mother of Sandra D. Arena and Thomas DeSimone and Mother-in-Law of Richard and Eileen. Cherished Grandmother of Nicole and Ricky and Great-Grandmother of Roman, Mya and “Charlee.” Mass of Christian Burial was offered at St. Mary’s Church (LIC) on Wednesday April 30, 2014 at 10:30 AM Interment followed at St. John’s Cemetery, Middle Village, NY under the direction of Papavero Funeral Home, 72-27 Grand Avenue, Maspeth, NY 11378